Teresa Anaya is founder and director of AML Audit and Advisory.  Ms. Anaya has over 25 years of experience in accounting and information technology with most recent 15 years in governance, risk and compliance. She provided investigation services for the FDIC during the financial crisis of 2008, investigating reason for failure of the financial institutions with continuous work in financial crime and compliance for global banks, money services businesses and cryptocurrency native companies.   She has worked on over 1500  fraud, money laundering and terrorist financing related investigations over her career.Ms. Anaya's background covers traditional financial crime but she specializes in digital asset financial crime and compliance, having worked her first bitcoin case in 2016. After working on projects for Standard Chartered Bank, Bank of America and MoneyGram, she joined Blockchain Intelligence Group where she helped develop tools to track and trace the illicit activity associated with the movement of digital assets. She’s provided training sessions to global regulators in Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada and partnered with law firms to aid in the writing of securities policy for digital assets.Teresa co-developed the Certified Cryptocurrency Training Certification program with Robert Whitaker, who is a former Supervisory Special Agent, Illicit Finance and Proceeds of Crime Unit, U.S. Homeland Security, a course designed and approved for law enforcement continuing education credits and adapted for compliance professionals. She has worked numerous cryptocurrency investigations, partnering with law enforcement to provide education and assistance in an effort to recover stolen funds.She has experience building and managing a Bank Secrecy Act Compliance program for a top 5 stablecoin, a decentralized lending marketplace, as well as advisory for digital asset related investment funds in the Cayman Islands and British Virgin Islands. She was engaged to be the key-note speaker for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, including speaking for the ACFE in Abu Dhabi and most recently invited to the CAII – Peru’s leading Anti-Corruption Conference, provided training sessions for the FBI and is a regular guest lecturer for Texas Christian University.Ms. Anaya maintains the following certifications:Certified Cryptocurrency InvestigatorCertified Fraud ExaminerCertified Anti-Money Laundering SpecialistITIL 3 CertifiedCertified Bitcoin Professional

Tiana Whitehouse is based in Berlin, Germany. She is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in international law, financial services regulation, risk management advisory, policy development and business consulting. As the Founder and Managing Director of SWOT Team Consulting GmbH, Tiana provides governance, risk, and compliance expertise to a global client base of financial services and technology businesses.  She is also currently serving as the Board Chair for a European blockchain impact investment platform.  Prior to founding SWOT Team Consulting GmbH, Tiana held significant roles such as Global Head of Compliance for a crypto services provider in hypergrowth stage, various roles with the Financial Markets Authority in Auckland, New Zealand, and a Manager in the Risk Advisory section at KPMG.Tiana frequently contributes to working groups in the EU and UK on blockchain policy topics and speaks about regulatory change management, FinTech compliance, cross-border risk management, and corporate governance.  Tiana’s next speaking engagement is in April at the ThinkBlockTank MiCA Roundtable event in Berlin, Germany, where she will discuss the policy implications for crypto-assets businesses under ESMA’s latest Reverse Solicitation Guidelines. Tiana holds a J.D. from Loyola New Orleans College of Law and a B.A. in Political Economy from Tulane University.

Tiffany J. Smith is a partner at WilmerHale and Co-Chair of the Firm’s Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Working Group.  

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Tiffany is a seasoned regulatory attorney with experience advising tradfi and crypto/Web3 companies on cutting edge regulatory and compliance matters, and has emerged as one of the leading experts on crypto regulation because of her securities regulatory expertise and understanding of the underlying technology. She is a thought leader and highly sought after speaker, and often writes and speaks on crypto and diversity at conferences and client events across the country.  Specifically, Tiffany has spoken at events hosted by Bloomberg, the Cato Institute, American Bar Association and the Practicing Law Institute.  

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Tiffany is also Co-Founder of the Blockchain Braintrust, a non-profit focused on ensuring disruptive technologies promote financial inclusion.  The Blockchain Braintrust also hosts an annual convening of Black crypto and Web3 executives. She has a J.D. from The George Washington University Law School, and a BBA from The George Washington University.

Valeria Kennedy is the Director of International Intelligence Solutions at Chainalysis where she leads a team of best-in-class investigators. Valeria specializes in the post-Soviet space, emerging technology, and malign interference. Before Chainalysis, Valeria was nominated as a Fulbright scholar and researched artificial intelligence and cyber warfare in Tel Aviv. Valeria previously worked on crisis response at UNICEF Ukraine. She also served at several think tanks and non-profit institutions, including the German Marshall Fund's Alliance for Securing Democracy, where she worked on autocratic interference.

Valerie Kennedy is the Director of Services (Americas) at Chainalysis, where she leads a multi-disciplinary organization spanning investigative consulting, strategic advisory, and customer-facing delivery in support of banks, fintechs, crypto platforms, and government agencies across the region. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing complex, high-impact engagements with Fortune 500 financial institutions, regulators, and law enforcement, helping organizations operationalize blockchain data to detect illicit finance, modernize compliance and risk frameworks, and address the national-security implications of emerging financial technologies. Valerie plays a central role in shaping and scaling new service offerings across threat intelligence, stablecoin risk, and institutional crypto adoption, while also developing go-to-market frameworks that tightly integrate advisory services with Chainalysis’ data products to drive durable, repeatable impact at enterprise scale. Her work sits at the intersection of technology, policy, and security, translating technical complexity into strategic insight for senior decision-makers navigating the evolving digital asset landscape.Earlier in her career, Valerie worked at Bittrex, one of the earliest U.S. cryptocurrency exchanges, where she supported investigations and compliance efforts involving fraud, sanctions, and regulatory risk during a formative period for the industry. Her work contributed to the maturation of internal investigative workflows and risk practices as crypto exchanges navigated increasing regulatory and enforcement scrutiny.Her background spans international security, policy, and emerging technology, with prior roles at the United Nations, the German Marshall Fund, and UNICEF. She was also a Fulbright Scholar in Israel, where she speer headed research on cyber conflict and the role of emerging technologies such as AI in intelligence collection.Valerie is a frequent speaker on crypto, geopolitics, and information integrity, and has appeared on CNBC to discuss sanctions evasion, hybrid threats, and the evolving role of blockchain analytics in national security.

Vasilia is the Head of Partnerships at Integral, a web3 treasury management, accounting and financial operations platform, giving enterprises and funds a complete and auditable view into their treasury.Vasilia has held sales leadership roles in hyper growth startups, from seed to Series B.  Prior to that, she held a number of roles at Citigroup, across the payments and treasury space, primarily managing and advising a portfolio of Fortune 500 clients. She holds a BCom from McGill University with a double major in Finance and Economics.She has spoken on a number of panels, most recently at the Digital Asset Summit on an expert panel regarding the future of treasury management and the institutionalization of web3.

Victoria is a forensic accountant specializing in family law for high-net-worth divorce cases, with deep expertise in property/asset valuation, division, and investigatory analysis in both civil and criminal disputes. Distinguished in the field for pioneering full-scope digital asset forensic services and designing the first universal cryptocurrency tracing model for property characterization and valuation, she is now venturing into public speaking to share insights on the complexities of forensic accounting, the valuation of digital and traditional assets, and the evolving landscape of financial disputes in high-net-worth divorces. Eager to educate and engage with professionals across legal, accounting, and financial sectors, Victoria aims to illuminate the critical role of forensic accounting in today’s digital age. She is scheduled to speak at the Beverly Hills Bar Association on May 2, 2024, on the subject of "Best Practices in Family Law for Digital Assets and Cryptocurrency," marking an anticipated debut that promises to enrich industry discussions with valuable perspectives.

Wei is an experienced commercial attorney specializing in complex transactions and strategic partnerships. Captivated by the revolutionary potential of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, she made it her mission to unravel the intricate legal landscapes governing these novel technologies. With steadfast commitment to staying ahead of the curve, Wei immersed herself in supporting high-growth tech clients in the crypto space. Wei's legal expertise is grounded in a deep understanding of the technical, business, and legal facets of her clients' pursuits. 

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Based in Lake Tahoe, Wei's parallel love for the outdoors continues to complement her legal prowess, serving as a wellspring of inspiration and rejuvenation. When she's not crafting groundbreaking legal strategies, you can find her summiting mountains, embarking on cross-country ski adventures, or simply soaking in the beauty of the natural world.

With roots in ethical hacking and cybersecurity, Yev leads Hacken, a globalblockchain security and compliance company, delivering regulatory-gradesecurity for enterprises, exchanges, and Web3 ecosystems. Her workcombines deep technical expertise with strategic risk and complianceintelligence and is widely covered by leading industry media. She regularlyspeaks at major international blockchain and Web3 events on security,compliance, and resilience.Her journey in crypto began in 2014, when she entered the space as one ofthe early adopters. In 2017, she co-founded Hacken with amission to raise the security standards of the digital-asset industry andmake Web3 safer. A Certified Ethical Hacker with a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity and agraduate of the Stanford Executive Program, she combines deep technicalexpertise with strategic business leadership. Recognized as one of Forbes “30 Under 30” (2024) and serving as a judge onApple TV’s “Killer Whales,” she is an influential voice in the global crypto andcybersecurity communities. Yevheniia is a Wtech Advisor, Blockchain4HerAmbassador, mentor, lecturer, and an active advocate for women in Web3and STEM, working to expand diversity, education, and leadership acrossthe industry.

Zana is a seasoned public speaker specializing in corporate structuring, licensing, regulatory, and governance in the UAE and the Middle East. With extensive expertise in VASP licensing, Zana addresses the intricacies, options, and challenges associated with navigating the complex regulatory landscape. Zana has spoken at numerous seminars and events across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, providing valuable insights into UAE market entry and the legal landscape. Zana's deep understanding and practical knowledge make her a sought-after speaker in the industry.

Zenobia has over 20 years of experience in high tech PR , helping companies create and dominate new categories. She is the Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications for Swirlds Labs, driving awareness of the Hedera ecosystem, and the founder of ZAG Communications, a multi-million dollar technology PR firm. Previously, she was a sell-side analyst with investment bank Morgan Keegan, where she was part of The Wall Street Journal’s #1 Ranked Software Analyst team. Prior to this, she served as the head of communications for Opsware Inc (NASDAQ: OPSW), founded by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, which was acquired by HP for $1.6B. Zenobia graduated from Stanford University with a BA in Economics and Psychology, minor in Industrial Engineering.

Zuzanna Kołucka Maeji is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in international business, blockchain technology, and financial compliance. Currently a Senior Account Executive at Lukka, she provides blockchain data and analytics solutions to help risk-mature financial institutions navigate the complexities of the digital asset ecosystem.Zuzanna has a diverse international background, having studied and completed her Master’s degrees in both China and Poland, and lived in China and Brazil. Her multilingual abilities and deep understanding of various cultures equip her to speak on topics such as cross-cultural communication in business. She is passionate about bridging cultural gaps in global business environments.Zuzanna is an advocate for women in technology. She has been a frequent speaker at conferences and webinars, including Digitalks in Brazil and Coinfirm Webinars, sharing her expertise on compliance, crypto investigations, and regulatory frameworks in blockchain.

Currently Head of Marketing EMEA at Talos, Lorna transitioned into crypto in 2021 where she served as Senior Marketing Manager at Blockchain.com and a co-chair at the EU’s INATBA - International Association for Trusted Blockchain Associations.Lorna's Marketing journey began after she earned her Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology. Her scientific foundation led to a passion for disruptive technologies.She has given guest lectures on the disruptive potential of cryptocurrency at LSE, is the podcast host of INATBA's ReFi and Financial Inclusion, and spoken at conferences including ETH Miami and Zebu Live.